South Dakota Governor Noem’s ‘Back-To-Normal’ Plan Released

On Tuesday afternoon Governor Kristi Noem unveiled her “Back-to-Normal" plan as we all continue to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some of the details as outlined at covid.sd.gov:

Individuals:

Continue to practice good hygiene

Continue to stay home when sick

Continue to practice physical distancing, as appropriate

Vulnerable individuals are at higher risk for this virus. Accordingly, they should: Take extra care to practice good hygiene, avoid those who are sick or those who have been exposed to people who are sick.

Consider staying home whenever possible

Employers:

Encourage good hygiene and sanitation practices, especially in high-traffic areas

Encourage employees to stay home when sick

If previously operating via telework, begin transitioning employees back to the workplace

Where appropriate, screen employees for symptoms prior to entering the workplace

Enclosed Retail Businesses that Promote Public Gatherings

Resume operations in a manner that allows for reasonable physical distancing, good hygiene, and appropriate sanitation

Consider restricting occupancy and continue innovating in this uncertain environment

Schools:

Continue remote learning

Consider a limited return to in-person instruction to “check-in” before the school year ends

Encourage good hygiene and sanitation practices, especially in high-traffic areas

As of Tuesday number of new COVID-19 cases went up to 2,313 in the state according to the South Dakota Department of Health. Active cases are at 910. 7 more people were hospitalized to bring the total of ever hospitalized to 157. There have been 11 deaths in the state.